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January/February 2015

Serving the industry for 50 years

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ISSN 0791-0878

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Welcome to the Golden Anniversary issue of Building Services News,marking 50 years of continuous publication. Over the last half-century thejournal has evolved in tandem with developments and innovations in theindustry, not just reflecting those changes but also helping to promote themand spearhead their acceptance.

Right from the outset Building Services News has been an integral part ofIrelands building services industry and not just a magazine serving the sector.Publisher and Editor Pat Lehane sits on the executive of most of the industryprofessional and trade representative bodies and the journal has beeninstrumental in the establishment of many of these organisations.

In addition, Building Services News plays a major role in promoting andfacilitating cross-over activity between these bodies, and provides secretariatsupport and accommodation addresses for many. It also guides and championsmany industry causes, coordinating joint activities into lobbying and petitioninggroups to act on behalf of the industry as a whole.

Building Services News provides the industry with saturation coverage of thebuilding services sector. It is available in three formats the print edition whichis posted directly to individually-named industry personnel; the web edition,which is freely available to all; and the Facebook page, which is inter-linked with the web edition.

To all of you participating with us in this celebratory golden anniversaryedition we say thank you. A small number of you have been dealing with thepublication since day one, while many others have been trading partners for aconsiderable number of years. Of course there are also those of you who have

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1964 Tokyo welcomed the world tothe first Asian Olympics as AbebeBikila of Ethiopia became the first runner to win consecutiveOlympic marathons.

The Abbey Theatre in Dublinclosed in mourning as a mark ofrespect for playwright SeanOCasey who had passed away.

The early death occurred inDublin of Irish poet, short story

writer, novelist and playwrightBrendan Behan.

Eleven men went on trial atBuckinghamshire in Englandcharged in connection with theGreat Train Robbery.

The musical film Mary Poppins,starring Julie Andrews, famouslywon five Oscar Awards.

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joined us in recent years. In marking the occasion our collective vision should, and is, on the future.

In perusing the archives spanning 50 years we now realise how lucky we are to be part of such a vibrant, dynamic industry sector. In the early days the role of building services was perhaps under-rated by society in general.

Today, that has changed. Rising energy costs, a demand for more comfortable home and working environments, and a genuine sense of social responsibility in respect of the environment has put building services centre stage. What an opportunity the future for the industry is bright and secure!

However, commercial success is only part of the story. The building services sector is also very much about people, and about a work/social interactive balance. We havebeen lucky to have made many friends down through the years. Sadly, some of them are no longer with us.

We dedicate this issue to their memory.

Pat and Joe Advertising and Sales Director Joe Warren (left) with Publisher and Editor Pat Lehane.

1965

The first car ferry servicebetween Rosslare and Fishguardwas officially launched.

Roger Casement (hanged inPentonville Prison in 1916) washonoured with a state funeral andreburial in Glasnevin Cemetery.

The legendary Arkle, universallyheralded as the greatest National

Hunt horse of all time, won theCheltenham Gold Cup.

Great Train Robber RonnieBiggs escaped from WandsworthPrison and fled to Brazil afterserving 15 months of a 30-yearsentence for his part in the crime.

The general election gaveFianna Fil an overall majorityand Sen Lemass continued asTaoiseach.

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Hitachi engineeredexcellence naturally! Hitachi Air Conditioning Europe SAS (HACE)represents the global giants air conditioning,refrigeration, heating and ventilationoperations across all European markets,including sales, manufacturing, technical and service operations.

With headquarters in France, there areregional offices in Ireland, Germany, Italy,Russia, Spain and the UK, including a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and customertraining centre near Barcelona. Fergus Daly isArea Sales Manager for Ireland while MartinOBrien heads up the applications andtechnical support team.

Quality, innovation and compliance with

relevant national and European regulationsepitomise the entire product portfolio, whilethe level of technical support, design assistanceand after-sales service provided is of anequally-high calibre.

The Hitachi portfolio caters for all possibleproject applications and includes compact andstylish room air conditioners; the uniqueSystem Free concept; Utopia IVX Centrifugalunits; Set Free FSXN and FSXNH VRF offering 2-pipe heat pump or 3-pipe heat recovery froma single unit; air source heat pumps includingthe Yutaki-ST all-in-one space saving indoorunit; and Hitachis Samurai chillers with worldrenowned reliability.

1966 England, led by Alf Ramsey,defeated Germany to win the1966 World Cup Final with ahugely controversial Geoff Hurstgoal in extra-time.

Nelsons Pillar in OConnellStreet, Dublin was blown up,probably by Irish Republicansympathisers marking the years

50th anniversary of the 1916Easter Rising.

A slag heap containingunwanted rock from the localcoal mine slid down MerthyrMountain in Aberfan, Waleskilling 144 people, 116 of whomwere young children.

Exactly 15 years after it burneddown, the new Abbey Theatre inDublin was opened.

Hitachis range of

innovative heating and

cooling products for

home, commercial and

industrial applications

are skilfully

engineered

for seasonal

efficiency. Equipped

with a range of flexible

and energy-saving

features, theres a

solution for every

situation, along with a

5-year warranty.

Hitachi engineered

excellence naturally! Exterior and interior views of the Hitachi Yutaki-ST

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Emphasising Hitachis commitmentto the environment, all products aremade in factories with ISO9001 andISO14001 certification, carry thenecessary CE declaration markings,and are fully ErP-compliant where thelegislation and application calls for it.

New for 2015Hitachis room air conditioning (RAC)range has undergone significantimprovements for 2015 including anentirely new Multizone line-up ofeight models. Ranging from 3.3kW to10.6kW, the new Multizone outdoorunits have better efficiency andheating performance, reducedstandby power consumption andlower noise levels. They can connectto up to six indoor units.

The updated indoor unit rangeincludes new Shirokuma andPerformance wall-mounted, as well as floor-mounted and ducted units,with efficiencies of A+ or A++ acrossthe entire range.

There are also new water-cooled,air-cooled and condenserless models in the Samurai chiller range,while the Utopia IVX Centrifugal(RASC) range has been extended toinclude 4/6/8 and 12HP models. Theseare in addition to the existing 5HPand 10HP units.

Fergus Daly, Hitachi Area SalesManager, Ireland

Martin OBrien, HitachiApplications and TechnicalSupport Manager, Ireland

1967

Taoiseach Jack Lynch andNorthern Ireland Prime MinisterTerence ONeill met for talks inStormont. Lynchs car was peltedby Ian Paisley and his supporters.

Boxer Muhammad Ali wasstripped of his world boxing titlefor refusing to be inducted intothe US Army.

The Beatles continued to reignsupreme in the charts with the

release of the chart-topping Sgt.Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band.

The death occurred of renownedpoet Patrick Kavanagh who wasburied in his native Monaghan.

The British government stoppedall horse racing to prevent thespread of the Foot and Mouthepidemic in Britain.

To find out more call Hitachi on+353 126 4406Email [email protected] visit hitachiaircon.com | hitachiheating.com

About Hitachi Hitachi Ltd, with headquarters in Japan, is a leadingglobal electronics company with approximately326,000 employees worldwide and turnover in theregion of 85 billion.

Established in 1910 as an electrical repair shop,Hitachis growth and development over the lastcentury has been phenomenal. Today the emphasisis on social innovation across all markets served.These include air-conditioning and refrigerationsystems; infrastructure systems; information and telecommunications; power systems; construction machinery; high functional material and components; automotive systems and many others.

Hitachi Samurai RCME-AH air cooled chiller

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Recognising ourresponsibilities asindustrialists, we

will devoteourselves to the

progress anddevelopment ofsociety and the

well-being ofpeople through

our businessactivities, thereby

enhancing thequality of life

throughout the world.

Konosuke Matsushita,Panasonic founder, 1929

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A world of heating andcooling productsWith more than 50 years experience, selling to more than 120 countries around the world,Panasonic is unquestionably one of the marketleaders in the heating and cooling sector. Thebrand has been represented in Ireland since the early 1990s but Panasonic established itsown wholly-owned operation in 2011 withVincent Mahony at the helm as GeneralManager, and Tony Duffy in charge of serviceand technical support.

Panasonic Ireland offers an extensive rangeof innovative, cutting-edge products thatdeliver turn-key heating and air conditioningsolutions for homes, commercial offices, leisure

facilities, restaurants, etc. They offer optimumperformance, maximum efficiencies, excellentenergy savings, long-life operation andregulations/standards compliance.

In heating there are the standard units,along with high-temperature units and ofcourse T-Cap that delivers 100% heating inambient temperatures down to -15C.

On the air conditioning front there are room air conditioners, heat recovery units,commercial splits, VRF (electric) and the unique Panasonic gas heat pump (GHP).

These are made available through astrategically-appointed dealer network that

1968 The Rev Martin Luther King wasassassinated and Robert Kennedywas killed by Sirhan Sirhan.

At the Olympic Games inMexico, African-Americansprinters Tommie Smith and JohnCarlos bowed their heads andlifted a fist covered in blackleather in a show of solidarity

with all oppressed people, aniconic image in sports history.

Enoch Powell delivered his now infamous Rivers of Bloodanti-immigration speech.

The Kray twins were arrested forthe murders of George Cornell andJack The Hat McVitie.

Minister for Education DonoghOMalley collapsed and diedwhile campaigning in Co Clare.

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guarantees local service on a national 32-county basis. Dealersengineers undergo comprehensiveand regular training programmes tokeep them up-to-date with the latesttechnological developments, and toadvise them of the various innovationsset to come down the line.

Weve made significant market-share inroads over the last fouryears, says General Manager VincentMahony, and now look forward withconfidence to the future. Weve got a very strong product line-up atpresent, and some very excitingranges in the pipeline. That, coupledwith the strength of our dealerpartnership, augurs extremely well for the future.

Human conditioningThere is a close relationship between R&D innovation and goodmanufacturing processes, and soPanasonic has placed its R&D facilitiesvery close to its manufacturing bases.This ensures good integration betweenall divisions to deliver high-qualityand reliable solutions to the market.

Underpinning this approach is a philosophy based not onconditioning buildings but oncomfort conditioning for people.Panasonic calls it Human Conditioning(HC). This is the process that guides itstechnology and system attributes and, in turn, provides for maximumconditioning solutions for allenvironments.

Tony Duffy, Service andTechnical Support Specialist

Vincent Mahony, GeneralManager

Panasonic sustainablesmart town Panasonics vision is to become a Green Innovation Company,achieving both business growth and environmental contributions.As part of its efforts to make this vision a reality, it is nowpromoting the development of Fujisawa Sustainable Smart Town.In this project the idea is to build the town by designing spaceswith a primary focus on peoples lifestyles and the creation of anoptimal smart infrastructure.

By bringing energy to life for residents as the core town concept,Panasonic will provide services that enhance peoples lives withphotovoltaicpower, security,mobility,community andhealthcare. Oncecompleted, theFijisawa SSTproject, whereas many as 1,000 families will live, will serve as a new businessmodel both within Japan and throughout the world.

Panasonics PRO Clubis an initiative open to allprofessionals involved inthe heating and coolingsector. It has a dedicated web link www.panasonicproclub.com providing distributors, installers, engineers and specifiers with adirect communication channel to Panasonic support.

The site contains a wealth of information from the latest versions of Panasonics Aquarea and Etherea Design Software, to technicaldocumentation, catalogues and images for the companys widerange of heating and cooling systems.

Also, registered users can access news regarding specialpromotions, along with helpful business advice.

1969

Mass rioting broke out in Derryin the Battle of the Bogside, anevent that many observers saymarked the beginning of the so-called Troubles.

In an historical moment,American Neil Armstrong becamethe first human to set foot on theMoon and uttered the immortal

words Thats one small step forman, one giant leap for mankind.

The Woodstock Music Festivalattracted more than 350,000people and became an icon of the1960s hippie counter-culture.

In the All-Ireland football finalKerry defeated Offaly by 0-10 to0-07 while Kilkenny clinched thehurling title with a 2-15 to 2-09win over Cork.

www.panasonic.ie/aircon

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Mitsubishi Electric lookingforward to a green futureMitsubishi Electric has a strong heritage inIreland going back over 30 years. However, ratherthan dwell on its phenomenal success to date, ithas just unveiled a strategic development planthat is strongly focused on the next 30 years.

Over the past 12 months the company has beencompletely restructured to take full advantage ofthe vast resources at its disposal. An influx ofyoung, highly-qualified personnel has energisedall aspects of its operations, making for aprogressive and dynamic team. Key personnel are now established in regional teams to ensurenationwide coverage and comprehensivecustomer/client support at local level.

When Mitsubishi Electric relocated to itsheadquarters at Westgate Business Park inBallymount in Dublin in 1992, it was a purpose-built, state-of-the art building. However, it toohas received an overhaul to reflect the needs andrequirements of customers.

Apart from offices and warehousing, there is a new Training Centre incorporating a lecturetheatre and workshop-type facilities. Thesefeature fully-functioning examples of thecompanys air conditioning units and controlsystems. There is also a new boardroom conference suite equipped with state-of-the-artequipment and this is an ideal set-up for strategic meetings.

Then of course there is the unique productportfolio. It caters for three very distinct marketsegments air conditioning, heating and factoryautomation. Once again the emphasis is onsolutions for the present and the future withinnovative products and systems very much to the forefront.

These developments clearly illustrate thatMitsubishi Electric Ireland is firmly set onstrengthening, consolidating and growing itsmarket-leading status for the foreseeable future.

1970 The Boeing 747 made its firstcommercial passenger trip toHeathrow Airport in London. In soccer, Brazil, led by Pele,won the World Cup title in Mexico.

Taoiseach Jack Lynch askedFinance Minister Charles Haugheyand Agriculture Minister NeilBlaney to resign after accusing

them of the attempted illegalimportation of arms for the IRA.

Garda Richard Fallon wasmurdered on duty in Dublin,becoming the first Garda killed inthe south during the troubles.

A fire at a nightclub in Grenobleleft 142 young people dead.

Anti-apartheid demonstrationstook place in Dublin as Irelandplayed South Africa in a rugby test.

CiaranMoody,GeneralManager,MitsubishiElectricIreland

The emphasis

is on solutions

for the present

and the future

with innovative

products and

systems very

much to

the forefront.

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Product portfolioMitsubishi Electric Ireland servesthree distinct market segments AirConditioning, Heating and FactoryAutomation.

The Factory Automation divisionprovides automation solutions to someof the most progressive manufacturingsites in Ireland, ranging from complexrobotic integration projects to energysaving and control applications.

Mitsubishi Electrics Ecodan air towater heat pumps offers improvedenergy efficiency that meets toughlegislation to deliver effective, lowcarbon heating and hot water.

Mitsubishi Electrics air conditioningsystems cater for large facilities, smalloffices, retail premises and homes.From the versatile MSeries and theeasy-to-install Mr Slim range, toflexible City Multi models and energy-saving Lossnay heat exchange systems,theres a Mitsubishi Electric climatecontrol system to suit every application.

What they all have in common isthat they are designed to provide cost-effective, energy-conscious systemswhile, at the same time, incorporatingthe most advanced environment-friendly features.

Ecodan heat pump

City Multi

About Mitsubishi ElectricMitsubishi Electric Corporation is a recognisedworld leader in the manufacture, marketing andsales of electrical and electronic equipment usedin everything from information processing andcommunications through to space development,consumer electronics, products for the energysector, industrial technology, water and wastewater, transportation and building equipment.

It has over 90 years experience in providingreliable, high-quality products to both corporateclients and general consumers. It currentlyemploys in the region of 120,000 people, hasoffices in over 30 countries, and had sales of29.5 billion for the year to end March 2013.

1971

The Microprocessor wasinvented in what may have markedthe start of the digital age.

John McQuaid retired after 30years as Roman CatholicArchbishop of Dublin.

Sen Lemass, Taoiseach from1959 to 1966, died in Dublinaged 71. He was active during the

1916 Easter Rising, the War ofIndependence and the Civil War.

66 people died in Ibrox Park,Scotland during a stairway crushat a Rangers v Celtic game.

Decimalisation was introducedin Britain and Ireland as bothswitched to decimal currency.

Joe Frazier beat Muhammad Aliat Madison Square Garden in thefirst of three epic bouts.

Mitsubishi Electric Ireland, Westgate Business Park, Ballymount, Dublin 24.Tel: +353 1 4198800 Email: [email protected]

Web: www.mitsubishielectric.ie. Twitter: @MEIrishbranch

Factory Automation

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The experiences

of recent years,

while very

challenging,

ensure that Baxi

Potterton Myson

is more prepared

than ever to

capitalise on

what we believe

will be a

promising 2015

and beyond.

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Share future growth andprosperity as one of our partners Baxi Potterton Myson operates out of purpose-designed premises located inCalmount Park, Dublin 12 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Baxi Heating UK, which inturn is part of the BDR Thermea Group.

Apart from offices, showrooms, warehousingand meeting rooms, Baxi Potterton Mysonsheadquarters has a state-of-the-art trainingcentre where its continuous programme ofseminars and practical workshops is presentedon an on-going basis.

On the product front Baxi Potterton Mysonsportfolio of market-leading heating and hotwater solutions covers all domestic andcommercial applications.

Apart from these quality products, BaxiPotterton Myson values the importance ofstandards compliance and installation

excellence. To that end it works very closelywith all relevant representative bodies in thesector including SEAI, RGII, FS and APCHI.

Baxi Potterton Myson also has a strongcorporate social responsibility policy, one ofthe three pillars of this policy being community.Hence its close relationship with The IrishHospice Foundation, its nominated charity for the current year.

Looking to the future, says ManagingDirector Paul Clancy, the experiences ofrecent years, while very challenging, ensurethat Baxi Potterton Myson is more preparedthan ever to capitalise on what we believe willbe a promising 2015 and beyond. We lookforward to sharing that future growth andprosperity with all our trading partners, andmany new ones.

1972 Belfasts Mary Peters becamethe first Irish woman to win agold medal at the Olympic Games. President amon de Valeraretired from office aged 90 andwas succeeded by Erskine Childers.

Muhammad Ali, the formerworld heavyweight championcame to Dublin and stopped Al

Blue Lewis in Croke Park in theeleventh round.

A young man from Belfast, AlexHiggins, became the worldsnooker champion.

UK coal miners began a strikewhich lasted for seven weeks.

The Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber musical Jesus Christ Superstar made its WestEnd debut.

Paul Clancy, Managing Director VIncent Broderick, Sales Director

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Training andEducationBaxi Potterton Myson runs acontinuous programme of seminars andpractical workshops for installers, not juston the companys own products andsystems, but also covering advancementsin technology and compliance withindustry-related standards andregulations.

We conducted extensive researchwith installers throughout Ireland, saysVincent Broderick, Sales Director, andthis confirmed for us that practicaltraining given by quality trainers iswhat heating installers want most.Hence the significant investment in ourpurpose-designed training centre, andthe continuous programme of installertraining seminars and workshops.

That said, we view training as a two-way process. Feedback frominstallers during training sessionscontributes to the business cases thatsupport new innovations in heating andhot water solutions. This ensures thatproducts in development in the BDRThermea R&D pipeline are the mostefficient and cost-effective solutions forthe Irish marketplace.

Richard Louth, Area SalesManager

Potterton Myson (Irl) LimitedUnit F6, Calmount ParkCalmount RoadBallymount, Dublin 12Tel: 01 459 0870email: [email protected] www.myson.co.uk

Sharon English, Area SalesManager

Glenn Bailey, Key AccountManager

1973

18 years after he was oustedfrom power by the military, JuanPeron was re-elected President ofArgentina.

The new Taoiseach, LiamCosgrave, received his seal ofoffice at ras an Uachtarin.

In a tennis match billed as theBattle of the Sexes, Mrs Billy Jean

King defeated Bobby Riggs with a $100,000 prize at stake.

The Irish Civil Service finallyended its marriage bar, andwomen in manufacturing earned43% of the hourly pay of men.

In the All-Ireland hurling final,Limerick overcome the rain tobeat Kilkenny 1-21 to 1-14. Corkbeat Galway 3-17 to 2-13 in thefootball deciderl.

Part of the purpose-designed state-of-the-art training centre

About BDR ThermeaBDR Thermea is a world leading manufacturerand distributor of innovative heating and hotwater systems and services. It employs in theregion of 7,000 people across Europe and hasa turnover of nearly 2 billion.

The strategy of the group involves marketingunder multiple local brands, a fact that is wellrepresented by the portfolio distributed inIreland by Baxi Potterton Myson. Included are:

Andrews Water Heaters Baxi

Elson Harman

Heatrae Sadia Interpart

Myson Potterton

Santon

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1974 Nineteen Old Master paintingsfrom the Beit collection weretaken from Russborough House bya Republican gang that includedEnglish heiress Rose Dugdale.

After impeachment hearings,Richard Nixon became the firstUS President forced to resignfollowing the Watergate scandal.

Thirty-three civilians were killedand almost 300 wounded in four

car-bomb explosions in Dublinand Monaghan carried out by theUlster Volunteer Force (UVF).

West Germany won the WorldCup with a 21 victory over theNetherlands.

Cearbhall Dlaigh was swornin as President after the suddendeath of Erskine Childers.

When it comes to

heating, Hevac

is the original

one-stop-shop,

capable of

designing and

supplying fully-

engineered

heating systems

and renewable

energy solutions

for every

conceivable

application

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The Original one-stop-shopheating solutions providerHevac Ltd has a history dating back over 40 years and is Irelands leading independentsupplier of heating solutions with a portfolioof blue-chip brands from the worlds mostrenowned manufacturers (see panel oppositepage). The scope and diversity of the portfoliois enormous and caters for everything fromresidential schemes through to large industrialsteam systems, district heating, and all mannerof engineered commercial and renewableenergy projects.

Complementing the strength and quality ofthe product portfolio is a large team of highly-qualified and experienced sales and technicalengineers, who are in turn supported by in-

house specialists including building servicesengineers, AutoCAD technicians and systemdesign engineers.

As part of the Hevac Group the company canalso call on the expertise of sister companiesOrigen Energy Ltd, Tube Company of IrelandLtd and Polytherm Heating Systems Ltd.

Another of Hevacs core strengths is thecomprehensive range of copper tube held at itsmulti-branch outlets in Dublin and Cork. Apartfrom being the largest stockist of Irish sizeISEN1057 and metric BSEN1057 copper tube inthe country, Hevac also supplies a full range ofTable Y BSEN1057 and degreased medicalBSEN13348 copper tube.

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1975

Three members of The MiamiShowband, together with twoparamilitaries, were killed in aUVF ambush in County Down asthey returned home to Dublin fromplaying at a dance in Banbridge.

Dutch industrialist Tiede Herremawas kidnapped in Limerick. A two-week long siege ensued before

Herrema was released, unharmedin Monasterevin, County Kildare.

Muhammad Ali defeated JoeFrazier to retain the HeavyweightChampionship of the world.Known as the Thrilla In Manila,many regard it as the greatestfight in boxing history.

The IRA murdered RossMcWhirter, the co-founder of theGuinness Book of Records.


When it comes to heating, Hevac isthe original one-stop-shop, capableof designing and supplying fully-engineered heating systems andrenewable energy solutions for everyconceivable application.

So, no matter what yourrequirement, talk to Hevac at theearliest opportunity. The outcome willbe an individually-engineered heatingsolution capable of deliveringmaximum comfort and efficienciesover a prolonged and cost-effectivelife-cycle. Seamus English, Managing

Director, Hevac

Karl Carrick, Director, Hevac

Muirfield Drive, Naas Road, Dublin 12. Tel: 01 419 1919.

Unit 1, Furry Park Industrial Estate, Dublin 9. Tel 01 842 7037.

South Ring West Business Park, Tramore Road, Cork. Tel: 021 432 1066.

email: [email protected] www.hevac.ie

Market-leading brandsrepresented De Dietrich Boilers

Flowair Heaters

Hamworthy Heating

ICI Caldaie

IBP Conex

Jeremias Flues & Chimneys

Riello Burners

Sime Boilers

State Water Heaters

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From the

efficiency of

compressors and

inverter technology

to the latest

advances in

refrigerants and

product design for

seasonal efficiency,

Daikin is at the very

forefront of energy

efficiency and

innovation.

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Pioneering climate comfort solutions onthe back of technological innovationDaikin celebrates three important milestonesthis year 90 years since the company wasoriginally founded in Japan, just over 40 yearssince Daikin Europe NV was registered, and theimminent 10th anniversary since Daikin Irelandwas established. Daikin has enjoyed market-leading status in Ireland for many years and itwas to better serve its ever-expanding businessthat the wholly-owned Irish operation wasestablished in 2006.

Under the stewardship of General ManagerJohn Valentine, Daikin Ireland has experiencedconsistent year-on-year growth in recent years.Now that the outlook is brighter, the companyis gearing up for significant growth into thefuture by taking on additional employees andadding to the scope of the product portfolio.

Daikin is renowned for its pioneeringapproach to product development and theunrivalled quality and versatility of its

integrated solutions. From the efficiency ofcompressors and inverter technology to thelatest advances in refrigerants and productdesign for seasonal efficiency, Daikin is at the very forefront of the sector.

Just last year Daikin won the Institute ofRefrigeration Environmental Award for itsConvenipac and Zeas refrigeration systemsinstalled at Tescos store in Camden Street,Dublin. Daikins refrigeration range offersenergy efficient condensing units with a smallfootprint producing very low noise levels. TheConvenipac system is unique in the manner inwhich the hot gas from the fridge can bereused for heat through the air conditioningsystem instead of dumping this heat outside.

Daikins portfolio comprises innovative,premium-quality indoor climate managementsolutions to meet the changing needs ofresidential, commercial and industrialcustomers. Primary market segments servedare air conditioning, heating, applied systemsand refrigeration.

The engineering excellence of the products iscomplemented and supported by the designand engineering capabilities of Daikin Irelandpersonnel. All are fully-qualified, highly-experienced and undergo an intensive series ofregular educational and training modules toensure full competency on emergingtechnologies and product innovations.

Taken together, these combined strengthsmake for a formidable force and one that willcontinue to enjoy market-leading status wellinto the future.

John Valentine,GeneralManager,Daikin Ireland

1976 Concorde entered service andcut transatlantic flying time tothree and a half hours. James Callaghan succeededHarold Wilson as Prime Ministerof Britain.

Cabinet Minister Paddy Doneganprovoked a constitutional crisis bycalling President Cearbhall

Dlaigh a thundering disgrace Dlaigh subsequently resigned.

British Ambassador ChristopherEwart-Biggs and a senior civilservant were killed when their carwas blown up by an IRAlandmine in Dublin.

Dublin beat Kerry by 3-08 to 0-10 in the All-Ireland footballfinal. Cork won the hurling title ,beating Wexford by 2-21 to 4-11.

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Seasonally efficientdesignDaikin is leading the industry drive forseasonal efficiency as the method to rate heating and cooling products basedon their energy efficiency calculated overan entire year.

Seasonal efficiency is an initiative of the EUs Energy Related Products Directive (the so-called Eco-designDirective) and specifies the minimum Eco-design requirements thatmanufacturers must integrate into their energy-using products.

All Daikin products are designed forseasonal efficiency. That makes them moreenergy efficient while, at the same time,emitting fewer CO2 emissions.

The new Seasonal Efficiency energylabeling indicates the energy efficiency of the product from A+, A, B etc. It alsostates the sound emissions of the unit.

Refrigerants leadingby exampleDaikin has already introduced equipmentthat uses R32 and additional productsusing the gas will come on stream duringthe coming year.

It also advises customers to take accountof indirect CO2 emissions generated duringthe total lifecycle of a product, and not justthe GWP of the refrigerant.

Daikin split system unit

1977

Black leader Steve Biko died inpolice custody with the authoritiesruling that the police could not beheld responsible for his death.

Jack Lynch led Fianna Fail to alandslide election victory and a20-seat majority in the Dail.Charles Haughey returned also to the Cabinet.

Elvis Presley died on August 16at the age of 42 from a suspected

overdose of prescription drugsthat caused his heart to stop.

Jimmy Carter was electedPresident of the United Statesand immediately granted pardon to Vietnam War draft dodgers.

Queen Elizabeth celebratedtwenty-five years on the Britishthrone.

1 Orchard Business Centre, Orchard Avenue, Citywest, Dublin 24Tel: 01 - 642 3430 Email: [email protected] www.daikin.ie

Awards RecognitionDaikin has won many prestigious industry awards downthrough the years, one of the latest being the RAC HeatPump Product of the Year Award 2014 for the Altherma

hybrid heat pump. This innovative unit is a hybrid heat pump which is a combination of a high efficiency gas

combi boiler and renewable energy air-to-water heat pump.The heat pump and gas boiler work in series with the

most efficient heat source kicking in depending on theoperating mode. High temperature and low temperatureoptions are available to suit all kinds and sizes ofproperties.

Latest addition to the range is the Altherma Flex Type, aunique new heat pump solution for apartment buildingsand collective housing.

VRV PioneersDaikin first invented the revolutionary Variable RefrigerantVolume (VRV) technology in 1982. Since then it has continuedto lead the way and is now developing its fourth generation ofVRV systems, delivering the ultimate in climate comfort, energyefficiency and control.

Breakthrough innovations such as VRV heat recoverysystems have enhanced comfort and versatility even further byrecovering heat extracted from the cooling process to deliverfree heat for hot water and air curtains.

Today the latest VRV solutions provide year-round heating,cooling, ventilation and hot water, as well as open-door aircurtains and user-friendly controls for all kinds of commercialand community buildings.

Daikin VRV IV

Cut-away of the Daikin Althermahybrid heat pump

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MHI has always

had a strong

presence in

Ireland but,

to further

consolidate that

position and to

expand market

penetration into

the future,

Diamond Air

Conditioning was

appointed its

distributor in

early October

2014.

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MHI partners with Diamond AirMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) was founded in1884 and today has 80,583 employees worldwide,annual sales of over 24 billion, and a portfolio ofproducts ranging from air conditioning to aerospace, and from power systems to ship building.MHI manufactures more than 700 different productranges for various industrial and civil markets across theworld, and has a long history in the design andmanufacture of refrigeration systems since 1920.

Down through the years MHI has introduced manyindustry firsts such as the first wall mounted unit in1978, and the first ceiling mounted cassette type in1979, both of which are now among the mostcommon products in the European market. It hasalways had a strong focus on research anddevelopment and this has led to the introduction ofhighly-sophisticated and technologically-advanced air

conditioning products and systems on a continuousbasis down through the years.

Early in 2013 MHI created a new Europeansubsidiary, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries AirConditioning Europe Ltd (MHIAE), to manage all MHIs HVAC solutions across Europe. Theestablishment of the new company has strengthened MHI's position in the Europeanmarketplace and will support the European distributorbase even better into the future.

MHI has always had a strong presence in Irelandbut, to further consolidate that position and toexpand market penetration in the future, DiamondAir Conditioning was appointed its distributor in earlyOctober 2014.

While Diamond Air Conditioning is also a newcompany, it too represents experience and longevity in

1978 Pope Paul VI died in August. Hissuccessor Pope John Paul I diedafter 33 days in office and PolishCardinal, Karol Wojtyla thenbecame Pope John Paul II.

Citizens clashed with DublinCorporation over plans to buildoffices on the site of Dublin'soriginal Viking settlement at Wood

Quay. Thousands joined a Friendsof Medieval Dublin march.

RTE opened a second TV channeland RTE 2 started broadcasting in November.

Illinois Bell Company introducedthe cellular mobile phone system.

Dublin Institute of Technologywas created on an ad hoc basis by the City of Dublin VocationalEducation Committee.

MHIs highly-efficient Q-ton is an air-to-water heat pump that uses CO2 as a refrigerant.

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the sector. Directors Michael Clancy andGraham McCann have been involved in thesupply of premier air conditioning andrefrigeration brands throughout Ireland for many years, and have a long associationwith the MHI brand.

Ex-stock availabilityDiamond Air Conditionings appointmentmarks the first time MHI product is availableex-stock from an Ireland-based distributioncentre. Next-day delivery is providednationwide but products can also becollected when the need arises.

Dealer networkDiamond Air Conditioning has anappointed dealer network, strategicallylocated throughout the country to ensurenationwide coverage and availability. Itworks closely with those dealers to delivercustomised solutions, all carefully designedto meet the specific requirements of each project.

EnvironmentalBoth MHI and Diamond Air are dedicated toglobal sustainability. They offer some of themost energy-efficient air-conditioningsystems, VRFs and heat pumps on themarket, and continue to incorporate newand innovative technologies within theportfolio.

Graham McCann, Director,Diamond Air Conditioning

Model FDT from the 1987 product range.

www.diamondair.ie

Michael Clancy, Director,Diamond Air Conditioning

MHI cooling and heatingportfolioThe MHI portfolio is extensive and comprises high-efficiency products andsystems (air and water) for cooling andheating in residential, commercial andindustrial applications. The primary product groups are:

Split Systems

VRF Systems

Air to water heat pumps

Controllers

1979

Lord Louis Mountbattensfishing boat was blown up by theIRA in Mullaghmore, Co Sligokilling the 79-year-old Lord, hiswife and two teenagers.

Pope John Paul II arrived on athree-day visit to Ireland. Overone million people attended aPapal Mass in the Phoenix Park in

Dublin. In Drogheda, the Popedelivered a major address.

A woman, Margaret Thatcher,was elected UK Prime Minister.

An explosion destroyed the oiltanker Betelguese at WhiddyIsland in Bantry. Fifty people died.

Dubliner Eamonn Coghlanbroke the world indoor milerecord. He clocked 3 minutes 52.6seconds at a race in San Diego.

C5 Bymac Centre, Northwest Business Park,Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. Tel: 01 636 3131;email: [email protected]

For further details contact:Michael Clancy 087 - 262 0701;Graham McCann 087 - 950 9402.

MHIS VRF KX system offerssimple and flexible solutionsfor commercial and industrialapplications.

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The Condair

Group is the

worlds leading

manufacturer of

commercial and

industrial

humidification

systems, setting

the standard

globally for

innovative,

energy-efficient

and hygienic

solutions.

1964-2014

CELEBRATING


New online humidifierselector from CondairCondair, formerly known as JS Humidifiers,has introduced an innovative new website,www.condair.co.uk, with features including an online product selector tool andpsychrometric calculator.

The online product selector guides users who want to select a humidifier through aseries of multiple choice questions. As the user progresses through the selection criteria,a shortlist of humidification systems ispresented and refined, depending on theusers requirements, until finally an idealhumidifier or shortlist of products is suggestedfor the users project.

The online product selector takes intoaccount many factors such as available energysupplies, budget, type of application, in-roomor in-duct humidification and desired level ofenergy consumption.

Psychrometric calculator For users who want to know what sizehumidification system they need for a project,the Condair websites psychrometric calculatorwill provide a humidity load in kg/h. The usersimply needs to input certain environmentalparameters of the project, for either in-roomor in-duct humidity control, and the calculator

1980 Eighteen people died and over70 were injured in the ButtevantRail Disaster. Taoiseach Charles Haughey met with the British PrimeMinister Margaret Thatcher atDublin Castle in the first visit by a British prime minister sinceindependence was declared.

Millions of viewers tuned in tothe TV soap opera Dallas to learn

who shot the lead character JR Ewing.

Former Beatle John Lennon was shot dead outside his NewYork City apartment by derangedfan Mark David Chapman.

The Central Bank in DameStreet, Dublin opened its doorsfor the first time.

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will provide a suggestedhumidification output to maintain the required humidity level.

As always, expert advice is availablefrom Condairs team of specialisthumidification engineers but theseonline resources provide additional24/7 support for consultants andcontractors working on ahumidification project.

About Condair Other features of the new website include product information,application advice and project news.The newly-developed website is part of the companys rebrandingactivities from JS Humidifiers toCondair, following the companyschange of name in October 2014.

The Condair Group is the worldsleading manufacturer of commercialand industrial humidification systems,setting the standard globally forinnovative, energy-efficient andhygienic solutions. Today, with 600employees, Condair operatesproduction sites in Europe, NorthAmerica and China, is represented in 14 counties by its own sales andservice organisations, and supportedby distribution partners in a further50 locations worldwide.

Tim Scott, Head of Sales,Condair plc

www.condair.co.uk

Silvan Meier, owner CondairGroup

Oliver Zimmermann, CEOCondair Group

CondairMELow energy in-duct evaporativehumidifer and coolerThis newly developed in-duct humidificationsystem can deliver up to 1,000kg/hr ofmoisture and 630kW of evaporative coolingto an airstreamwhile operatingon less than0.3kW ofelectricity. Itsinnovative andpatentedfeaturesposition it firmly as the worlds leading humidifier of its type. These features include a self-contained hydraulic unit that can bepositioned inside or outside the AHU or duct to reduce AHU downtime.

1981

Peter Sutcliffe, known as theYorkshire Ripper was imprisonedfor life for murdering 13 womenand also for the attemptedmurder of seven others.

The IRFU flouted public opinionat home and abroad in supportingthe Apartheid system by sendinga rugby team to tour South Africa.

Simon and Garfunkel performedThe Concert in Central Park, a free

concert in New York in front ofalmost half a million people.

At the box office, Raiders of theLost Ark, Chariots of Fire, Arthurand On Golden Pond had uspacking into the cinemas.

The death occured of popularJamaican singer/musician andreggae star Bob Marley.

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S&P Ireland

Ventilation

Systems unites

technology,

design and

research and

development

investment.

1964-2014

CELEBRATING


World leader in air movementand energy efficiency Soler and Palau (S&P) has had a presence inthe Irish market since 1972, initially through Ventac but, more recently, via S&P IrelandVentilation Systems Ltd, its own wholly-ownedsubsidiary. The breadth and depth of the range is unrivalled in the ventilation industryand caters for applications in the domestic,commercial, industrial and process ventilation sectors.

S&P Ireland Ventilation Systems operatesfrom a purpose-designed office, warehouseand showroom complex, conveniently locatedin Greenogue Business Park close to the M50and Dublin. It is also ideally located for easyaccess to the main artery motorway network

allowing for prompt and efficient deliveries to customers nationwide.

The team at S&P Ireland Ventilation Systemshas over 40 years experience in the ventilationbusiness. This knowledge and experience isbrought to bear to deliver a professionalservice that includes not just product selection,but also technical advice and guidance on the optimum ventilation solution for eachparticular project.

In servicing the marketplace S&P IrelandVentilation Systems key objective is to provideventilation to protect building occupantshealth, and the fabric of the building, with the lowest possible environmental impact.

1982 Argentina invaded the FalklandIslands/Maldives and the UK sentthe Royal Navy, RAF and the Armyand retook possession of theIslands after a lot of bloodshed.

Solidarity leader Lech Walesa,was freed after 11 months in jail.

Kerrys dream of five-in-a-rowAll-Irelands was shattered by a

late Seamus Darby goal whichgave Offaly a 1-15 to 0-17 win.

There was a wave of terroristattacks in France led by theinfamous Carlos the Jackal.

Steven Spielberg's fantasy sci-fimovie ET became the biggest-grossing box-office film ever.

Ireland won the Triple Crownfor the first time since 1949 bybeating Scotland 21-12.

DESIGN AND CONCEPTUALISATION

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Technical and designsupport serviceS&P Ireland Ventilation Systems offers fulltraining and technical support in the formof CPD presentations focused on residentialventilation and indoor air quality issues.These can be done in the Greenogueheadquarters or in consultants andinstallers own offices.

The company also offers free-of-chargesite surveys; property surveys and reports;fans selection advice; system design adviceand after-sales support.

S&P appsEasyvent advanced fan selection softwareallows: Viewing of product catalogues; Manage and download projects; Complete fan selections; View and compare fan curves; Download 3D images; Calculate noise reduction with and

without attenuators at various distances.

EcoDesignToday it is not enough to simplymanufacture reliable and high-qualityproducts. Energy savings and productefficiency, both in aerodynamic andacoustic terms, are key considerations in the design of the product range.

Hence S&P has devised EcoDesign, adesign philosophy to improve productefficiency and energy savings. It also takes into account the recyclability ofcomponents for the purpose of reducingthe environmental impact of products whenthey reach the end of their service life.

Richard Williams, Managing Director

Eamonn King, Director

Pioneering research and innovationS&P has been designing and manufacturing fans since1951 and has registered over 80 patents on its products.Established by Eduard Soler and Josep Palau, thecompanys culture is based on the pillars of Teamwork,Proximity and Respect for personal diversity.

The strength of the trading results down through theyears has given it financial independence with regard tofunding. This allows for continuous investment across allareas of the business which in turn makes it a pioneer inresearch, development and innovation.

It strives to preserve the companys core values with an emphasis on training and knowledge. It aims tostrengthen its leadership in the ventilation market, andthat of its relationship with clients and trading partners.

1983

Eamon Coughlan becameIrelands first World AthleticsChampion when he won the goldmedal for the 5,000m in Helsinki.

A terrorist gang kidnapped thebusinessman Don Tidey and alsocaptured seven gardai and soldiersduring a chaotic shootout whentheir hideout was discovered in

Derrada Wood in Co Leitrim. DonTidey was rescued unharmed.

Thieves made off with threetons of gold bars valued at $37.5million from the Brinks Matwarehouse at Heathrow Airport.

The worlds most popular wordprocessing programme, MicrosoftWord, was launched.

Champion racehorse Shergarwas kidnapped at Ballymany Stud.

S&P Ireland Ventilation Systems Ltd.Units J17/J18, Grants Road,Greenogue Business Park,

Rathcoole, Co. Dublin.t: +353 (0)1 4124020f: +353 (0)1 4124018

www.solerpalau.ie

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While

renowned for

professionalism

and structured

management

systems, Core

Air Conditioning

delivers these in

a flexible and

friendly manner.

Its ability to

adapt and make

changes, especially

when unforeseen

circumstances

arise, is well

known.

1964-2014

CELEBRATING


Quality heating and airconditioning solutions Core Air Conditioning is the sole distributorfor Carrier and Emerson Network PowersLiebert portfolios of commercial, industrial andcomputer room air conditioning products inIreland.

It also supplies the full range of MitsubishiElectric, Holland Heating, Lu-Ve Contardo andJacir air handling and air treatment equipment,and can now offer a full package of airconditioning and process-related products for all applications.

Established in 1996 by Managing DirectorAustin McDermott, Core Air Conditioning hasalways partnered with market-leadingbrands to ensure that it offers a continuousstream of innovative, technology-drivenproducts that meet the markets requirementsfor performance-driven, energy-efficient, eco-friendly solutions.

The diversity and scope of the portfolio is an added advantage as, no matter what theproject application, Core can devise a tailoredsolution in conjunction with the specifyingconsultant and client to match their specific

1984 John Treacy took silver in themarathon for Ireland at theOlympic Games in Los Angeles. Apple formally released the firstMacintosh computer.

The IRA bombed the GrandHotel in Brighton in an attempt to assassinate most of the Britishcabinet who were attending the

Tory party conference there. Fourpeople died.

Indian Prime Minister IndiraGandhi was assassinated by twoof her own Sikh bodyguards.

A twelve-month long strike bycoal miners began in Britainduring which strikers and policeclashed multiple times.

Genetic fingerprinting or DNAprofiling was developed.

Austin McDermott, Managing Director

Service engineers Jonathan Flynn, Eivan Ferris and Patrick Quill

John Walshe, ServiceEngineer, Cork

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requirements. Regulatory compliancein relation to all relevant national andinternational standards is also assured.

Service and maintenanceCore combines this product portfoliowith excellent technical support thatis delivered through its highly-qualifiedteam of service engineers. They havewide-ranging experience across allHVAC brands and equipment and socan offer all-embracing solutions.

In addition to commissioning andtrouble-shooting, the team alsoprovides customised maintenancepackages. These ensure the optimisedperformance of installed systems,prolong equipment and systemlifespan, and minimise the risk ofsystem failure or total shut down.

Cores planned maintenance andservice agreements are extremelyflexible and carefully structured tosuit each individual installation after a full site survey has been completed.

In addition to service, repair andplanned maintenance, diagnostic andproactive recommendations forimprovements are also provided,along of course with emergency call-out cover.

Steve Wood, Sales Manager

Dave Clarke, Service SalesEngineer

Fintan Brewster, ServiceManager

Product portfolio Chillers AP Acoustics

Roof-top Units Fan Coil Units

Dry Coolers Air Handling Units

Cooling Towers VRF and Split AC

Computer Room Equipment

1985

Thirty nine supporters werecrushed to death when Liverpoolfans rioted at the European CupFinal in the Heysel Stadium.

Clones Cyclone Barry McGuiganbecame World Featherweightchampion beating Juan Laporte.

The worlds biggest-ever charityconcert, Live Aid, was held

simultaneously in Philadelphiaand Wembly Stadium and raised

over 50 million for famine reliefin Ethiopia.

In technology, the first .comwas registered and the first versionof Windows 1.0 was released.

Ireland got a new political party with the formation of theProgressive Democrats led byDessie OMalley.

Left: AntoinetteFreeley, FinancialController. Below:Carol Malone, SalesAdministration withJenny Courtney,Service Co-ordinator

Core Air Conditioning LtdUnit A6, Centrepoint Business Park,Oak Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 12Tel: 01 409 8912 Fax: 01 409 8916

www.coreac.com

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1964-2014

CELEBRATING


Market leader in climatecontrol technologyMark BV is Europes largest manufacturer of climate control equipment and has produceda continuous stream of innovative products forindustry and utility since 1945. Based in Holland,it has a wholly-owned subsidiary called MarkEire BV that was established in 1987 andoperates out of a state-of-the-art manufacturingfacility located in Coolea, Macroom, Co Cork.

Managing Director Mike ODonoghue hasbeen at the helm of Mark Eire for most of thattime. Indeed, the companys ability to retainstaff for many years is a particular strength.The experience and depth of technical know-how it represents is an invaluable resource,especially when combined with the freshthinking and engineering expertise of newgraduate employees.

Mark Eire products are characterised by their robustness and reliability, and aredesigned, engineered and manufactured

in-house, so clients get a solid product wherequality is paramount. To ensure optimumperformance once installed, full technicalsupport is also provided to specifyingconsultants and contractors.

New products are constantly coming onstream, two of the latest being the Airstreamplug and play heat recovery unit and the MarkEvo Therm heat pump.

Plug and play heat recoveryMark Eires innovative Airstream heat recovery unit is equipped with a counter-flow heat exchanger that has anefficiency of 90% and is available for bothinternal and external use. This high-efficiencymeans that, in many cases, no after-heating isrequired, typical applications being offices,schools, workshops and fitness centre changing areas.

1986 A new airline opened forbusiness and Ryanair immediatelycut fares on flights to Britain. Hurricane CharliereachedIreland in August with the eastand southeast being worst hit.

Belfastman Brian Keenan waskidnapped in the Lebanon andspent four years as a hostage.

The worst nuclear power plantaccident ever recorded occured at

Chernobyl in the Ukrainian SSRkilling 31 people.

Dublin Corporation workerswent on strike and the disputeturned nasty when the Army werecalled in to clear the rubbish.

Internet Mail Access Protocolwas defined which opened theway for E-Mail.

The entire Mark

Eire BV climate

control portfolio

is characterised

by its robustness

and complete

reliability, with all

product ranges

engineered and

manufactured

in-house to

ensure the

utmost quality.

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Mark Evo Therm heat pumpThe Mark Evo Therm heat pump was designed, developed and is fullyengineered at Marks Coolea factoryin West Cork. This new heat pump is a monobloc, all-in-one compact unitwith all refrigeration gas and electricsfactory-installed. This makes it as easy, if not easier, to install than astandard boiler simply connect the flow and return!

ECOFAN recirculation fan

Internal view of the Mark Eire MHR

Mark Eire PortfolioThe scope of applications covered isextensive and includes:

Air heating;

Radiant heating;

Ventilation equipment;

Air handling units;

Low-pressure hot water;

Heat pumps;

Controls;

Pipe bending machines.

Additionally, these product groups are splitinto gas, oil-fired and water-fed heatingequipment with innovative products beingadded constantly.

1987

Irelands first ever state lottery,The Irish National Lottery, waslaunched to help raise funds forgood causes.

In Britain, Margaret Thatcherwas re-elected for a record-breaking third successive term.

Having won the Giro dItaliaand the World Championship,

Stephen Roche became the firstIrish winner of the Tour de France.

A cross-channel ferry capsizedoutside the harbour of Zeebrugge,Belgium killing 193 passengersand crew.

Garret FitzGerald resigned asleader of Fine Gael and wasreplaced by Alan Dukes.

Scientists discovered a huge holein the ozone layer in Antartica.

MARK EIRE BVCoolea, Macroom, Co CorkTel: +353(0)2645334Fax: +353(0)[email protected]

Mark Evo Therm heat pump

Gas Warm air heater with axial fan

INFRA HT Gas Hightemperature radiant heater

KLIMAT air handling unit

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Davies are

committed to

providing

outstanding service

and solutions to

our customers

through dedication

and excellence. We

aim to provide a

culture that

empowers our staff

to deliver this

commitment in the

safest working

environment.

1964-2014

CELEBRATING


Quality heating, plumbing,drainage and civils solutionsDavies Ltd was established in 1933 as aplumbing and fireplace merchant. Over 80 yearsin business, Davies has grown organically tobecome one of the leading building materialssuppliers throughout Ireland and the UK. Ourextensive customer base continues to grow from strength to strength, year on year. In 2003, Davies relocated from Fairview to a newcustom-built 4-acre facility in Raheny, Dublin 5.

Our bathroom showrooms in Raheny andKilmacanogue have a dedicated team ofbathroom designers on hand to assist ourcustomers with their bathroom designs. Ourextensive range includes Europes leading brands and these are available at competitiveprices. The showrooms have over 100 fully-fittedbathroom and shower displays, including thelatest wet room design.

1988 An unknown Swiss singernamed Celine Dion won theEurovision Song Contest in Dublin.

The Piper Alpha drilling platformin the North Sea was destroyedby explosions killing 167 people.

At the 1988 European FootballChampionships in GermanyIreland beat England 1-0 with

that Ray Houghton goal beforeHolland ended the dream.

A lone loyalist gunman, MichaelStone, attacked an IRA funeralceremony in Belfast killing threepeople and injuring over 50.

A suspected Libyan terroristbomb exploded on a Pan Am jetover Lockerbie, Scotland killing all259 people on board and 11 onthe ground.

Online offersDavies launched their internet trading site (www.davies.ie) in December 2013which offers customers a 365- day, 24-hourservice with the very best rates and deals.

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Heating Division Davies are recognised as one of theleading suppliers of quality heatingmaterials in Ireland. Best known forrepresenting Ideal Boilers exclusively in Ireland, they have carved out amarket-leading position for the boilers and recently launched a newcommercial and industrial range. Theynow boast a 10-year warranty on theirVogue range of boilers.

Their commercial and industrialunderfloor system is unique in thatGiacomini manufacture all thecomponents pipe, fittings andcontrols and offer an installationservice through their accreditedinstallers backed up by a 10-yearwarranty. All products are displayed as working models in their trainingcentre at Harmonstown.

Commercial Plumbing Division The Commercial Plumbing Division has a dedicated team specialising in thehospital, school, commercial and leisure sectors.

Civils DivisionOur specialist Civils Division represents some ofEuropes leading manufacturers including SaintGobain, ACO, GATIC, JFC, Wavin, Emtelle, Clark Drain,Kingspan Klargestor, Naylor, Howe Green, Wade andAlumasc. Our portfolio of completed contractsincludes all of Irelands major infrastructural projectscompleted in the last 25 years.

1989

Newly elected Prime Minister ofSouth Africa, F.W. de Klerk, beganthe process to dismantle apartheid.

The 28 miles-long Berlin Wallthat divided East and WestGermany finally came down.

The Court of Appeal in Britainquashed the sentences of theGuildford Four.

The Hillsborough disasterclaimed the lives of 96 Liverpool

fans who were crushed against abarrier during an FA Cup semi-final match between Liverpooland Nottingham Forest.

Thousands of students occupiedTiananmen Square in Beijing in aprotest for democracy. Martiallaw was declared and hundredsof demonstrators were killed.

Davies Ltd150 Harmonstown Road Raheny, Dublin 5Phone: 01 8511700 Fax: 01 8511701Email: [email protected]

www.davies.ie

Davies Civils Divisionsupplied 20km of pipe to theCastlewarden Water Scheme

Gerry Tobin pictured with Jack Charlton in 1990 prior toJacks departure for Italia 90

Some of the 70-strongDavies staff membersenjoying the heatingseason

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1990 Having been held hostage inBeirut for 1,597 days Brian Keenanwas finally reunited with his family.

In Britain, John Major emergedas Margaret Thatchers successoras Tory party leader.

Ireland qualified for the WorldCup quarter-finals but TotoSchillachi ended the nations

dreams by scoring the gamesonly goal for Italy in Rome.

Desert Shield began afterIraqs invasion of Kuwait as theUS and UK sent troops to Kuwait.

South African President Frederikde Klerk freed anti-apartheidactivist Nelson Mandela. Mandelahad spent 27 years in prison.

Mary Robinson was electedIrelands first female president.

Riello has a well-

earned reputation

for providing high-

quality products

that are at the

cutting-edge of

innovation, helping

its customers

to optimise

combustion

performance and

energy efficiency

while also ensuring

compliance with

the latest

environmental

legislation.

1964-2014

CELEBRATING


Riello the No: 1 choice for burners in Ireland Riello is the No: 1 choice for commercial,industrial and domestic burners in Ireland, witha range that extends from 10kW to 20MW foruse with natural gas, LPG, heavy and light oil,dual fuel and bio fuels.

In recent years there has also been a strongfocus on enhanced control functionality, suchas electronic cam control, variable speed drivesand oxygen trim.

Riello also plays a key role in influencing thedevelopment of new legislation by activelyparticipating in a number of authoritativeindustry bodies.

Disseminating informationRiello has a strong commitment todisseminating information to specifiers,installers and OEM partners and offers a rangeof training courses as well as CIBSE-approvedCPD courses for specifiers.

R&D investmentFounded in 1922, Riello is a family-ownedcompany, without recourse to externalshareholders. This enables the company to make significant investment in its products at its extensive R&D centre in Italy.

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1991

Slovenia and Croatia declaredindependence from Yugoslavia,which started the Balkan War.

Freddie Mercury, lead singer ofthe band Queen, died from AIDS.

Leinster football saw an epicbattle as Meath and Dublinplayed each other four times.Meath made it to the All-Ireland

Final but lost to Down. Tipperarybeat Kilkenny in the hurling final.

Lech Walesa, the Polish WorkersPresident, was elected President of Poland.

The Birmingham Six were freedafter 16 years in jail having beenwrongly convicted of mass murder.

Publishing tycoon RobertMaxwell died after falling fromhis yacht at sea.


As well as ensuring ongoingimprovement of established products, the company is continuallydeveloping new products to addresskey issues such as emissions and thegrowing use of bio fuels.

Riellos R&D capabilities have alsounderpinned successful expansioninto the industrial sector, wherebespoke products have beendeveloped for specific applicationssuch as waste incineration, graindrying, spray booths and otherindustrial processes.

Barry Gregory, ManagingDirector, Riello Ltd

COMMERCIAL &INDUSTRIAL

Bernard Dawson, TechnicalDirector, Riello Ltd

Key facts and figures Burner capacities from 10kW to 20MW.

Natural gas, LPG, light and heavy oils, dualfuel, bio fuel.

Single, two-stage and modulating models.

Standard and low NOx options.

10,000m2 R&D facility in Angiari, Italy.

Production facilities in Italy, Canada andChina.

Installer training and specifier CPD coursesavailable.

Visit rielloburners.co.uk to find outmore or phone on 0044 1480 432144

Riello burners are available in the Republic of Ireland from:

C&F Quadrant www.cfquadrant.ie

Hevac www.hevac.ie

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Grundfos is a

global leader in

advanced pump

solutions and a

trendsetter in

water technology.

It contributes

to global

sustainability by

pioneering

technologies that

improve quality

of life for people

and care for

the planet.

1964-2014

CELEBRATING


Demand Grundfos iSolutionsfor a better environment Grundfos pumps have been available inIreland since the rural electrification ofthe late 1950s, first through a distributor but then from a wholly-owned subsidiaryestablished in 1984.

Down through the years the operation hasgrown considerably in tandem with its ever-increasing market share and today represents a25-strong, engineering-led team of specialists.The age profile is quite mixed with newly-qualified, dynamic engineers working veryclosely with experienced personnel who havein excess of 25 years service with the company.

They in turn work very closely with anetwork of approved mechanical servicesproviders and leading merchant outlets tobring an expansive range of pumping solutions

to clients. The products and systems that make up these solutions incorporatepioneering technologies that ensure optimumperformance while being sustainable andenergy efficient.

While much has been made of theintroduction of the ErP Directive in relation to pumps in January 2013, Grundfos hadanticipated these legislative changes well inadvance. Its current portfolio represents adiverse range of products and systems thathave already taken the strengths and values of traditional pump technology and moved them into the digital age.

So, irrespective of the scale of the project or the application involved, Grundfos has the answer.

5

1992 The X Case in Ireland led tobitter debate and a referendum onthe abortion laws.

Bill Clinton defeated GeorgeBush for the US presidency,winning 43% of the vote.

At the Barcelona OlympicsDubliner Michael Carruth wonIrelands first boxing Olympic gold

medal in 36 years. WayneMcCullough took silver.

Dr Eamonn Casey admitted tobeing the father of 17 year-oldPeter Murphy, son of Annie, andfled to South America.

Bosnia Herzegovina declaredindependence and a three-yearwar followed between Muslims,Serbs and Croats prompting UNintervention.

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Worlds leadingmanufacturerWith an annual production of morethan 16 million pump units, Grundfos is one of the worlds leading pumpmanufacturers. Circulator pumps forheating and air-conditioning, as well as other centrifugal pumps for theindustry, water supply, sewage anddisinfection are the main products.

Today Grundfos is the worlds largestmanufacturer of circulators, coveringapproximately 50% of the worldmarket for these pumps.

It also produces standard andsubmersible motors, as well as state-of-the-art electronics for monitoringand controlling pumps.

Additional products are produced inthe BioBooster and Lifelink divisions,which are part of the companys newbusiness activities.

Finally, Grundfos hasalso introducedGrundfos Blueflux, a newtechnologylabel, which insures that the equipment is among the absolute best in the market in terms of efficiency.

1993

South Africans FW de Klerk andNelson Mandela shared the NobelPeace Prize.

An IRA bomb exploded in a fishshop on the Shankill Road killingten people. Loyalists retaliated byshooting seven dead in Greysteel.

President Mary Robinsontravelled to West Belfast where

she met with Gerry Adams. Shealso met the Queen in London.

Eleven-year-olds RobertThompson and Jon Venables wereconvicted of the murder of 2-year-old James Bulger of Liverpool.

Niamh Kavanagh won theEurovision at Green Glens Arenain Millstreet, Co Cork.

Mary Harney became the newProgressive Democrats leader.

Tel. 01 408 9800 Email. [email protected]

www.grundfos.ie

Grundfos Product CentreMaking the correct pump selection for any given circumstancecan be complex, so Grundfos has developed a new generationpump selection tool called the Grundfos Product Center.

This new hub is an exciting online selection tool that willhelp users size pumps for any need, find information aboutany Grundfos pump or pump replacement, find pumps formoving special liquids, and even manage complexinstallation and replacement projects.

Simple to navigate, it features a streamlined design thatmakes finding whatyou need quick andeasy. For ultra-fastsizing, try theQuick Sizefunction. Just entervalues for head and flow, and the Product Center does the rest.

It provides an exhaustive picture of the pump, its design andits capabilities, in addition to a quotation text, any availablevideos, downloadable supporting documents, available CADdrawings and system parts.

Alpha 2

Magna 3

Booster pumpset withelectric motors

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We bring BETTER AIRTM to lifeFlkt Woods is a global leader in airtechnology solutions with over 200 yearsexperience in the air handling, air movementand fire safety industries. The solutions itdelviers are built around its strong heritage andreputation for supplying high-quality, energyefficient air technology products and systems.

With a presence in 65 countries worldwideand 15 factories in seven different countries,these unparalleled resources combined withworld-class engineering skills allow FlktWoods (Ireland) to offer the Irish marketplacea strategic local partner, supported by theglobal strength of the Flkt Woods Group.

Flkt Woods (Ireland) is a leader in thebuilding services industry providing an extensiverange of high quality solutions for indoor air

comfort, fire safety, refrigeration, buildingmanagement systems, discreet control systems,service and maintenance

Everything revolves around the FlaktWoods e3 value proposition that entails three core benefits energy efficiency,expertise in applications and environmentfriendly solutions.

People spend up to 90% of their timeindoors and expect high indoor air comfortwhich is important for their well-being,productivity and even health. With its vast applications-based experience andknowledge, coupled with the benefits of its research and development, Flakt Woodsdelivers product and system solutions to meet that exacting brief.

1994 The Channel Tunnel, a 51km (32miles) long rail tunnel beneaththe English Channel at the Straitof Dover, was officially opened.

Dublin criminal Martin Cahillwas shot dead. The Generaldied on the street in Ranelagh.

Albert Reynolds tendered hisresignation as Taoiseach and

Bertie Ahern was elected leaderof Fianna Fil.

Irelands World Cup Finalsodyssey ended with a 2-0 loss toHolland in the last round of 16.

Interval act Riverdance stole theshow as Charlie McGettigan andPaul Harrington were runawaywinners of Eurovision 94.

The worlds first satellite digitaltelevision service was launched.

In modern

life where we

spend up to

90% of our

time indoors,

the air that

we breathe can

make a huge

difference to

our health,

comfort and

productivity

this is where

Flkt Woods

can help.

WE CREATE HEALTHY ANDPRODUCTIVE INDOOR AIR COMFORT SOLUTIONS

WE MANAGE INDOOR AIR INCASE OF FIRE OR POLLUTION

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Econet The components in Flkt Woodsinnovative Econet system are connectedtogether to provide a more reliableand more efficient AHU system. Heatrecovery, heating and cooling are allintegrated into a common circuit asheating/cooling coils, pumps, valves,pipe systems, insulation, etc.

The result is a shorter and morecompact ventilation unit. This is highlybeneficial from an environmentalpoint of view as much less energy isused to transport the air throughunnecessary components.

Further development of theprinciple of energy recovery has alsoled to increases in efficiency of 80%compared with traditional coilrecovery systems. The standard Econet can achieve this figure.

New user-friendly websiteFlakt Woods has just unveiled its new, user-friendly website. Whilecomprehensive and covering all elements of the companys activities, it is nonetheless simple to navigate.

Apart from the obvious sectionsdealing with air comfort and firesafety solutions, and the productcategory breakdowns, the supportcentre section contains invaluableinformation and guidance for designconsultants, installers and propertyowners.

There is also a selection tools iconlink, along with links to advice onlegislation and certification.

Robert Kenny, ManagingDirector

www.flaktwoods.com

Gavin Power, Sales Manager

ReCOOLER HP ReCOOLER HP is a major breakthrough in comfort andenergy efficiency comprising reversible heat pump andenergy recovery wheel technology in one innovative unit.Being part of the Flakt Woods eQ range of air handlingunits, it offers total energy recovery with integrated DXheating and cooling.

All components and controls come in the one unit andthere is no need for a chiller, condenser, boiler or pipework.This makes for simple plug-and-play installation.

With an EER up to 10.9, the ReCOOLER HP providesBREEAM credit for a low environmental impact. Plus, withCOPs of 6.5, it delivers all year round energy recovery.

1995

It emerged that hundreds ofpeople had been infected bycontaminated blood products inIrelands Hepatitis C scandal.

In the nations closest-everreferendum result, Ireland votedfor divorce by 50.3%.

England supporters ran riot atLansdowne Road in a game with

Ireland. The match was abandonedand 50 people were injured.

The Irish Press newspaper,founded by Eamon de Valera,closed down with debts of 19m.

Following nine months on trialfor murder, OJ Simpson wasfound not guilty.

After nine years, two World CupFinals and one European Finals,Jack Charlton resigned.

Dublin: Tel: 01 - 463 4600Cork: Tel: 021 - 429 7450

Belfast: Tel: 028 9040 2100

ReFlkt Woods ReCooler HP

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Heat Merchants heatingand plumbing specialistsHeat Merchants has been supplying heatingand plumbing trade professionals in Ireland withan extensive product range and expert advicesince 1978. It is part of Heat Merchants Groupwhich is 100% Irish owned.

It also includes Tubs & Tiles and Tile Giant,renowned suppliers of premium tiles andbathrooms to both homeowners and commercialprojects within the retail, hospitality,healthcare, education and industrial sectors.

Renewable Energy is a growing divisionwithin the heating and plumbing industry andHeat Merchants dedicated renewable energyteam is committed to introducing new andadvanced technologies to help customerschoose the eco-friendly option.

Expert advice and guidance is provided on everything from solar, photovoltaic,thermodynamic, geothermal, air source heatpumps, heat recovery and biomass heatingsystems, through to rainwater harvesting and waste water treatment systems.

Heat Merchants also offers a completedomestic bathroom and kitchen plumbingproduct range including sanitary ware, showers, shower enclosures, baths, bathroomfurniture, mirrors and accessories. Completingthe portfolio is a range of standard anddesigner radiators and towel warmers.

This range also extends to commercialplumbing with a selection of urinals, timedstops and vandal-proof showers and brassware,

1996 Mad Cow Disease (BSE) hitBritain causing the mass slaughterof herds of cows and new laws tostop beef being sold on the bone.

In Adare, Co Limerick, the IRAkilled Det Garda Jerry McCabe.

Journalist Veronica Guerin wasmurdered in her car by a pillionpassenger on a motorbike on the

busy Naas Road. A crackdown onorganised crime followed.

At the Atlanta Olympic Games,Michelle Smith won three goldand a bronze medal amid rumoursof using banned substances.

A gunman opened fire in aschool in Dunblane, Scotland,killing 15 children and one teacher.

Dolly the sheep became thefirst successfully cloned mammal.

Heat Merchants

is 100% Irish

owned with

31 branches

nationwide,

supported by

an experienced

team of technical

design engineers,

renewable

energy and

commercial

heating and

plumbing

specialists.

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plus a complete offering of productsfor the less able.

The commercial division providestechnical advice and guidance, plus afull specification service for projects of all sizes. It has extensive experiencein specifying projects across theeducation, retail, healthcare,hospitality and leisure sectors.

Over 35,000 gas and oil spare partsare currently available from HeatMerchants, with extensive stocksavailable for immediate collection ineach branch and a comprehensivesupplementary stock available fromthe central warehouse in Athlone.

Heat Merchants Portfolio Gas and oil boilers from all

leading brands Spare parts Radiators Valves, pipes and fitting Commercial heating and plumbing Solar thermal SolarWorld solar photovoltaic Solar PST thermodynamic Geothermal heating Panasonic AC and heat pumps Wastewater harvesting Wood and multi-fuel stoves

Alan Hogan, ManagingDirector, Heat MerchantsGroup

Shane Colleran, Marketing andRetail Director, HeatMerchants Group

Customer service and supportHeat Merchants works with a network of Irish andinternational suppliers to introduce the latest and mostefficient heating and plumbing products to the Irish market. It also offers extensive support through the experiencedteams in the various branches, and through its centralCustomer Support Centre.

The Heat Merchants technicaldesign and specification teamprovides full technicalassistance, specifications andcomprehensive schematics forboth domestic and commercialprojects of all sizes. On-siteassistance is also available.

1997

Diana Princess of Wales waskilled in a car crash in Paris. Herfuneral was watched by 1.5 billionpeople around the world.

Hong Kong was returned toChinese rule as Britain's 99-yearlease on the colony expired.

Mary McAleese was Fianna Fail'svictorious nominee for President

beating Adi Roche, Mary Banotti,Dana and Derek Nally to the post.

At Wicklows Glen of theDowns, Eco-warriors protestedagainst new road-building.

Tony Blair became PrimeMinister of Britain and MotherTeresa died in Calcutta.

Carlos the Jackal was caughtand sentenced to life in prison bya French court.

Paul Kane, Technical Supportand Design Manager

Tubs & Tiles has 11 showrooms nationwideshowcasing the most inspiring collections from world-renowned bathroom design houses. These includeDuravit, Heritage, Geberit, Hansgrohe and Merlyn.

The tile collection offers extensive choices of porcelain,ceramic and natural stone and includes Spanish andItalian tiles from leading manufacturers such as Marazzi,Ragno, La Platero, Ibero, Cerdomus and Vives.

www.heatmerchants.ie www.tubstiles.ie www.tilegiant.ie

Customer Support Centre t: 090 6442300 or e: [email protected]

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Fundamental to

its success is an

uncompromising

commitment to

providing the

highest-quality

service. The

objective is

not just to

satisfy clients

needs but rather

to exceed their

expectations.

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Partner of Choice forMechanical ServicesHaughton & Young Ltd is a leadingmechanical engineering company specialisingin the provision of full mechanical services.

Established by Desy Haughton and PaulYoung in 1998, both continue to play an active role in the day-to-day commercial and operational management of the business. The company is now a multi-millioneuro operation with a vastly experienced team of engineers offering specialistknowledge across all segments of the building services sector.

Haughton & Youngs continuous investmentin training and development ensures all theirpersonnel achieve advanced qualification andskills through formal education. Regular CPD seminars and in-house developmentprogrammes help their staff keep pace withthe ever-changing developments in the industry.

The companys investment in its people ismatched by its commitment to provide thelatest cutting-edge technology and systemsavailable to create state-of-the-art solutions for all its clients.

Haughton & Young guarantees clientsatisfaction is delivered in a professional andstructured manner in every engagement.

Haughton & Youngs rigorous vendorselection process ensures the company onlyengages with globally recognised manufacturerswho share the same commitment to qualityand service as HYL.

1998 Following years of failedpolitical initiatives, history wasbrokered with The Good FridayAgreementpeace pact.

Ireland got a new TV stationwhen TV3 opened for business.

The Tour de France came toIreland in July. Despite revelationsof substance-taking by cyclists,

the event attracted large crowdsthroughout the country.

The search engine Google wasdeveloped by Sergey Brin andLarry Page.

Car-clamping was introduced inthe city of Dublin.

Thousands of Gardai got sick forbetter pay in a blue flu protest.

Huge crowds

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